Bird Projects
ZSL has a number of important bird projects, from saving Indian vultures from rapid population declines to using the most innovative new techniques to monitor Antarctic penguins remotely.
This work has involved the birdkeeping expertise of ZSl London Zoo and Whipsnade Zoo , the research of the Institute of Zoology and conservation action in the field.
Penguin Lifelines
Penguins are declining globally. The main suspects are climate change, fisheries, disease and pollution. ZSL is working to understand these threats in order to mitigate them. Find out more
or visit ZSL London Zoo's Penguin Beach
Hihi Conservation
The hihi (or 'stitchbird') has become extinct from most of its former range in New Zealand. ZSL scientists are trying to understand why, and re-establishing a self-sustaining population.
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Red Kite Releases
These spectacular birds of prey were once common in the UK, but it was nearly wiped out in the 19th century. Thanks to intensive conservation efforts red kites are once again a familiar sight.
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Corncrake Breeding
The corncrake started to disappear from the English countryside over a century ago. ZSL has been breeding and reintroducing them ito the wild. Find out more
Asian Vultures
Populations of three of India’s commonest griffon vultures have declined by over 90% during the last decade. Since late 1999, ZSL has been working to investigate this problem.
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Garden Bird Health Initiative
the ZSL's IOZ is trying to promotes the conservation and welfare benefits of the supplementary feeding of garden birds. Find out more
